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Science Digest
In each episode, Dr Michelle Dickinson – aka Nanogirl – will explore the scientific facts behind a story that’s been in the news in New Zealand or around the world, speaking with experts and those who need answers to clarify the facts and debunk the myths. We’ll sort through the academic jargon and...
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8 bölümRecycling: The popular brands that aren't as recyclable as you'd think
So many things are made from plastic these days, and while plastics are cheap and can make life convenient, they have been getting some pretty bad pub...
Genetic modification: Does New Zealand need to rethink its stance?
Genetic modification is a scientific term that can conjure up fear as scientists are let loose tampering with nature.
But putting genetic engi...
Vaping: Is it really any healthier than smoking?
Over the last decade, we’ve seen a number of policies put in place in New Zealand that have made smoking a very expensive habit, while more and more e...
Conversion practices: Exploring the science of sexuality
After a long-fought battle from LGBT+ campaigners, this week New Zealand criminalised practices such as conversion therapy that aim to try and alter o...
Covid-19: What do we know about the Omicron variant?
After months of lockdown and two years of closed borders, New Zealand is preparing to open up and live with Covid-19 - but, just as the Government ann...
COP26: What can the average person do to combat climate change?
The COP26 Climate Change summit is happening in Glasgow to discuss ways to combat climate change - but it doesn't have to be left to politicians to ma...
The Covid-19 vaccine: Addressing concerns and debunking the myths
In this episode of Science Digest, Dr Michelle Dickinson is joined by Auckland University vaccinologist Dr Helen Petousis-Harris and Auckland Councill...